Flamengo returns to the United States in 2025 to compete in the FC Series, with the goal of internationalizing its brand. The club understands that its presence at the event contributes to this. The first part of Flamengo's pre-season will take place in Gainesville, Florida. During this period, the Rubro-Negro will train at the athletic facilities of a university with over 50,000 students. The pre-season schedule will pit Flamengo against São Paulo on January 19. The clubs will face each other in Fort Lauderdale, at the Chase Stadium - home of Inter Miami FC. Filipe Luís, Flamengo's coach, evaluates the pre-season as fundamental to strengthening the group. Gustavo Oliveira, Flamengo's VP of Communication and Marketing, also celebrated the club's new passage through the US. The 2025 pre-season will mark Flamengo's ninth passage through the US and its third participation in the FC Series. The Rubro-Negro was crowned champion in its first participation, in 2019, after defeating Eintracht Frankfurt 1-0. The competition will also feature three other Brazilian clubs besides the Mais Querido: Atlético-MG, Cruzeiro, and São Paulo. Heading into the pre-season, Flamengo is looking to prepare for the season. With Filipe Luís' experience, the club is looking to strengthen the group and create a socio-affective relationship between the players. Alone, Flamengo cannot internationalize its brand, so the pre-season in the US is crucial. But, with Gustavo Oliveira's help, the club can achieve its goals. Flamengo's pre-season in the US will be an important moment for the club.